Manipal MET2012MathematicsEllipse
If P is a variable point on the ellipse x^2 a^2 + y^2 b^2 =1 , with A A^ as major axis. Then, the maximum value of the area of the A P A^ is
Options
- Aa b sq unit
- B2 a b sq unit
- Ca b 2 sq unit
- DNone of these
Correct answer
A. a b sq unit
Step-by-step solution
The maximum area corresponds to when P is at either end of the minor axis. Required area = 1 2 (2 a) b=a b sq unit